Hey guys. Just thought I'd share where I ended up putting my hard-wired aux input. I took a few pics during the process, so I guess this is kind of a write up...but it is for advanced readers because I'm not detailing the small things like how to remove the radio, etc

I think it turned out pretty well.

This is the jack I chose. A DYI unit from the Shack. 3 conductor (for stereo).

Took the "bar" that is full of buttons out of the main panel, removed the back, drilled a hole and mounted the jack.

Got a RCA patch cable, cut off one end and soldered it to the jack. Drilled a hole on the back of the "bar" and ran the cable out.

Installed a PIE chry04 aux input adapter that I bought at my local Car Toys. This part was super easy. It just plugs up to the factory radio harness.

Nicely done... probably an obvious question, but would this setup work for an Ipod/phone hookup? I may give it a shot. It's been about 13 years since I tore apart a dashboard to mess with a vehicle's sound system lol.